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re: calories from fat

Elrond & list:

In general, 1 gram of fat consumed yields 9 calories.  1 gram of protein 
or carbohydrates (sugar or starch) will yield 4-5 calories.  This is why 
the body stores energy as fat and not as blood sugar or muscle.  From 
this, you can refer to your ingredients and make a good estimation of how 
many calories from each major food group you are consuming.  I hope this 
helps.

--Chris 
In Los Angeles:  a city in search of the road less traveled.

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